Quincy Jones‘s death certificate showed that the renowned musician, composer, and producer died of pancreatic cancer. CNN was able to obtain the certificate, which said that Jones had been fighting cancer for a number of years but that there were no additional causes that contributed to his death. On November 3, he died at the age of 91.
According to the Associated Press, Jones had a private funeral earlier this week, and a larger memorial service is in the works. According to his publicist, Jones passed away quietly at home in Bel Air, California, surrounded by his family, including his siblings and children.
In the music industry, Jones was an icon who worked with such greats as Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, and Frank Sinatra. His influence went beyond just his performances, as his contributions cut across a variety of genres, from jazz to pop. He made a lasting impression on the music industry as a civil rights activist, record label executive, conductor, and arranger.
After her father passed away, Jones’ daughter, actress Rashida Jones, paid a heartfelt tribute to him on social media. the “Parks and Recreation” actress called her father a “genius,” a “culture shifter,” and an icon. She emphasized that while these accolades were well-deserved, his true legacy was the way his music—and all of his work—served as an expression for his love.
The homage from Rashida revealed how Jones’ contributions went beyond the music business. His inventiveness and impact extended beyond just writing songs; he helped to shape cultural trends and pioneer new fields in both music and culture.
Since Jones’ efforts were essential in forming the sound and the essence of contemporary popular music, his demise signifies the end of an era for the music industry. His decades-long impact lives on in the work he made that defined a genre and the innumerable artists he inspired.
Jones’ impact is still evident even as his family and the music industry grieve his passing. His legacy will live on long after he passes away because of his contributions to social change advocacy and music creation. (CNN)
